Fire Marshal's Office News & Announcements

July 1, 2023 Fees

Fee Schedule Update

PRESS RELEASEATTENTION Effective July 1st, 2023

Milford Fire Marshal Division - Inspector Imposter

Inspector Imposter

Supra Box Location 2022

The Fire Marshal’s Office shall have the authority to require an Access Box(es) to be installed in an accessible location where access to... more ››

Inspection Requests

The Fire Marshal’s Office requests a minimum of seventy-two (72) hours’ notice prior to any Inspection requests.

Underground Storage

 Underground Storage Tank removal and installations for 1 or 2 Family Dwellings need to go directly to the Building Department for... more ››

Fire Marshal's Office Fee Schedule

Effective January 1, 2018, the Office of the Fire Marshal assesses fees for various duties, including but not limited to, plan review, fire... more ››

Tent & Canopy Requirements

In Connecticut, all temporary tents and canopies over 400 square feet in area require review and approval prior to set-up.  The tents and... more ››

Fire Marshal's Office - Annual Reports

Annual Reports are our way of self-evaluating our comprehensive approach to fire prevention and safety.  Through fire code enforcement,... more ››

Private Hydrant Maintenance

 The Office of the Fire Marshal requires all private fire hydrants to be inspected and tested biannually.  Any deficiencies found, are to... more ››

City Ordinance for Fire Alarm Systems

GeneralThe City of Milford requires all Fire Alarm Systems to be installed and maintained in full compliance with the... more ››

Carbon Monoxide Detection

Carbon monoxide (CO) is a deadly, colorless, odorless, poisonous gas.

Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Alarm Requirements (effective 1/1/14)

Effective January 1, 2014 a new Connecticut law requires both one- and two-family homes built before October 1, 2005 to... more ››

Smoke Alarms Save Lives

"The majority of fatal home fires happen at night when people are asleep.  Smoke alarms can alert you to danger and give you time to... more ››